DIOCESE OF LEXINGTON NEWS AND EVENTS
APRIL 28, 2022
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We’re excited to be able to, once again, bring you the DioLink newsletter weekly! Please note that the submission deadline is still
3 days prior to Thursday's distribution.
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CLICK HERE TO SUBMIT NEWS AND EVENTS FOR FUTURE NEWSLETTERS.
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DIOCESAN NEWS AND HAPPENINGS |
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Again this year, Bishop Mark has invited our diocese to participate in
Thy Kingdom Come, a global prayer movement that invites Christians around the world to pray from Ascension to Pentecost for more people to come to know Jesus.
Watch this video from Thy Kingdom Come Project Director, Emma Buchan, as she shares a few ideas for your church to consider.
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How will your church be involved in TKC this year?
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There's still time to order your prayer resources! Unfortunately all the free resources are gone but you can still order your printed resources here.
Alternatively, why not download the Novena and Prayer Journal, both available from our website here, and free copies of the Cheeky Pandas books can be ordered here (postage and packing not included).
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TKC around the world
Each week, Thy Kingdom Come will be sharing a video from different churches around the world, discussing their plans for this year's Thy Kingdom Come. Watch this wonderful video from a diocese in Sri Lanka, encouraging their congregation to go on 'prayer drives', for 30 mins each day, praying for their local community. What are your plans for this year? Please do share with us.
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Sneak peek for 2022
Click here to watch a snippet from one of Thy Kingdom Come's new videos for this year, featuring Paralympian, Broadcaster and Dancing On Ice star, Stef Reid MBE share briefly on the accident which changed her life.
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'Persevering in Prayer'
'Pray continually...' 1 Thessalonians 5:17
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SISTER CHURCHES INITIAL EVENT |
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St. Martha's and Word of Hope has "sistered" with El Shaddai Temple, a predominantly African American church here in Lexington through Building Cultural Bridges. The goal of this program is to build meaningful lasting relationships by having regular events and dialogue together to promote understanding of each other's different cultures. Our initial event will be a joint worship followed by a meal (free will donation). We would love to have people join us for this exciting initial event. Worship is both in person and livestream (see livestream link here).
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EVENT DATE: May 1, 2022 TIME: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
LOCATION:
St. Martha's/Word of Hope,1870 Armstrong Mill Rd., Lexington, KY 40517
or by phone at (859) 272-8515
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Reading Camp Volunteers Needed |
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A ministry of the Episcopal Diocese of Lexington, Reading Camp is a FREE week-long camp for kids going into third, fourth or fifth grade who could use extra help with reading. Reading Camp builds both reading skills and self-confidence!
We are currently in need of volunteers for all roles within Reading Camp programs this summer.
More information and the volunteer application can be found here.
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Confirmation, Reception and Reaffirmation Service
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with Bishop Mark
ALL ARE INVITED TO ATTEND!
This Sunday, May 1, 3:00 pm
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BLUE MASS
TO REMEMBER ALL FIRST RESPONDERS WHO DIED IN THE LINE OF DUTY
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a faith community of The Episcopal Diocese of Lexington, will celebrate the
1st Annual Blue Mass honoring the dedication and sacrifices of all active, retired, and deceased first responders personnel. The liturgy will be celebrated by The Rev. Br. Aelred Bernard Dean, BSG, and Rector of Saint Mary's Episcopal Church, Middlesboro, KY.
Saint Mary's invites and welcomes all law enforcement officers, firefighters, and first responders to the 1st Annual Blue Mass to remember, honor, and commemorate those faithful individuals who have died in the line of duty.
A reception sponsored by Saint Mary's will be held on the grounds of the parish at its healing garden.
RSVP attendance to the following:
Saint Mary's Episcopal Church
The Rev. Br. Aelred Bernard Dean, BSG
606-248-6450
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Saint Mary’s Episcopal Church
Middlesboro, KY
131 Edgewood Road
Middlesboro, KY 40965
A Faith Community of the
Episcopal Diocese of Lexington
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YOUTH ESSAY CONTEST
St. John's (Versailles) is sponsoring an essay contest as part of our
175th anniversary celebrations!
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HELLO YOUNG WRITERS!
ENTER ESSAY CONTEST & WIN $175, $100, or $75
WHO: All writers aged 8 to 12 in the Episcopal Diocese of Lexington.
WHAT: Write a 400-600 word essay about how to behave (known as etiquette) at
church.
WHY: To help celebrate the 175th birthday of St. John’s Episcopal Church, Versailles.
HOW:
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Watch (for inspiration) the recording above of St. John's youth reading an essay by Virginia Cary Hudson, a writer who attended St. John’s in Versailles in the early 1900s. Her essays, written at age 10, were published in a book— O Ye Jigs & Juleps!—which became a best seller!
- Write your own essay so to be read easily by the judges: typed, double-spaced, 14 point font. Include your name, birthdate, telephone number, and name of parish.
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Email your essay by May 26, 2022 to stjohnskynews@gmail.com
Registration deadline is May 26, 2022
Event location:
St. John's Episcopal Church (Versailles)
210 N Main Street
Versailles, KY 40383
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GET BACK IN THE HABIT!
If your parish has lost the habit of regular UTO in-gatherings during the pandemic, I urge you to consider restoring this important ministry. Experience the psychological, spiritual, and physical benefits of gratitude for yourself and help your fellow parishioners enjoy those benefits as well.
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Set a date for a Spring In-Gathering and encourage parishioners to drop thankful coins in their UTO blue boxes. If some folks don’t like bothering with change, it’s okay to write a thankful check or donate online! All those donations, in whatever form, will bring blessings to others in the form of grants.
The Spring In-Gathering for UTO will be May 29 or any Sunday close to that date that is convenient for your parish.
You can make UTO Sunday memorable by including a special UTO Litany in the service. You can order a booklet of UTO Litanies from the national UTO website.
Contact Diane Gabbard at dianegabbard@gmail.com with any questions or if you would like me to mail you a copy of the booklet of UTO Litanies.
What is a UTO In-Gathering, exactly? Contact Diane Gabbard to learn more.
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The fourth annual Boots ’n Pearls will be held at Equus Run Vineyards on June 25th from 6 – 10 p.m. with a catered dinner, cash bar, raffles, and live entertainment from Rock Steady. Tickets are $50 per person and will go on sale May 3rd. The event is hosted by the ECW of The Church of the Holy Trinity, Georgetown.
All proceeds of the event support Elizabeth’s Village, a non-profit providing transitional housing and support services for women and children in Scott County at risk of homelessness. Services include a safe place to stay, access to education, after school programs, and support to prevent homelessness and domestic violence.
To learn more about the fourth annual Boots ’n Pearls event and to receive updates about purchasing tickets, raffle items, and more, please visit, share, and like the Boots ’n Pearls Facebook Event Page at:
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Your immediate support will help Episcopal Relief & Development and other Anglican partners provide humanitarian assistance to people fleeing the violence in Ukraine. CLICK HERE to learn more and to donate.
CLICK HERE to support other parts of our world in conflict and great need.
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EVENTS AT THE CATHEDRAL DOMAIN |
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What is St. George’s Day?
It is an opportunity for individuals and families from across the Diocese to come together in the “heart” of our Diocese, at the home of the Cathedral of St. George the Martyr, for a day (or weekend) of fellowship, worship, and fun.
All are invited to join us for this celebration of creation on a beautiful spring day!
There will be hiking, games, a scavenger hunt, music, food, fellowship, worship, or just come sit in a rocker on the porch. You can bring your own picnic basket or purchase a freshly smoked barbeque lunch from the Dining Hall. If you would like to extend the experience, you can register to stay Friday and/or Saturday night.
Prices are a per person cost. The fee for staying in the Burton building is for 1 person sharing a room.
Activities will begin early in the morning and continue throughout the day. The celebration of the Eucharist will begin at 1:30 PM in the Cathedral of St. George the Martyr (please bring your mask to wear during the service and while you are inside a building). Sunset Compline around 8:00 pm, followed by a roaring campfire around 9:00 pm. See full schedule HERE.
Please plan to make bids at the Youth Scholarship Silent Auction to help raise money to support our youth as they represent our Diocese at Provincial and National Youth events. It is requested that each church or organization in the diocese donate a gift basket or something nice for this year's silent auction. Examples from previous auctions are stained glass work, beautiful quilts, hand-painted items, hand-knitted scarves and caps, gift certificates for dining out or movies, and cleverly themed baskets. Please attach a card listing the item that is to be auctioned, who is donating the item and an approximate cost of the item.
If approaching from I-75, please be aware of work being done on the bridge in Irvine, and look for detour signs.
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2022
SUMMER CAMP REGISTRATION NOW AVAILABLE!
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SUMMER CAMP COUNSELOR/CIT RECRUITING |
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This is an invitation for you to join in the fun of the summer camps at the Cathedral Domain. We believe that you can make camp fun for boys and girls while helping them to have a meaningful camp experience.
To be eligible to be a CIT, youth must be at least 15 years of age, and 16 years of age for counselors.
For more information, please contact Cindy Sigmon, Diocesan Youth Missioner/Program Director, at csigmon@diolex.org.
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2022 EPISCOPAL CHURCH WOMEN'S WEEKEND |
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Join us for this ECW retreat, May 13-15, as we attempt to root our prayer in the elements in order to deepen the awareness that we are part of creation – in the beautiful setting of The Cathedral Domain.
Let us gather for a weekend in wonder for prayer, worship, song, workshops, meditations, fellowship, self-understanding, and re-creative, restorative, and contemplative time of drawing near to one another, to Creation and to the Divine.
Registration deadline is May 13. For more information and mail-in form, see the attached, or contact Sr Susan Moore by email at katzchen78@fuse.net, or by phone at (859) 466-3250.
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2022 GEMN GLOBAL MISSION CONFERENCE
MAY 12-14
Women in Mission
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Registration is ongoing for the 2022 Global Mission Conference that will be held May 12-14 online on the theme of Women in Mission. Sign up now to join with people around the world to celebrate and reflect on the vital role of women’s participation in God’s mission.
Sponsored by the Global Episcopal Mission Network, the conference will meet for 3 hours via Zoom on each of the 3 days, 1-4 p.m. Eastern Time. Spanish-language translation will be available.
Visit the conference page here for more information. If you're ready to register, you can go directly to the registration page here. The conference is free and open to the public, and donations are encouraged via PayPal on the GEMN donation page. Attendees will receive the Zoom connection information upon registration.
Conference plenary speakers will highlight the history of women in mission, Mothers Union work in Africa, women missionaries’ work today, and Anglican women’s work at the United Nations. Workshops will feature the mission work of women in Mozambique, Pakistan, Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, Cuba, Colombia, India and Korea. The work of religious orders, Episcopal Relief & Development, Five Talents and the United Thank Offering will be featured, and Mission Spotlights will offer further insight into women’s global work.
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PILGRIMAGE TO ENGLAND
WITH ST. ANDREWS EPISCOPAL CHURCH-FORT THOMAS
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ITINERARY
September 30
Depart the USA
October 1
Arrive in England
October 2
London
October 3
Cambridge
October 4
Walshingham
October 5
Norwich
October 6
Free Day in London
October 7
London
October 8
Free Day in London
October 9
Return to the U.S.
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For information or to make a reservation contact:
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Episcopal Service Corps seeks applicants
for remaining posts
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[Office of Public Affairs] The Episcopal Church invites young leaders ages 21 to 32 to join Episcopal Service Corps, a nationwide movement focused on transforming the world through leadership, community building, and personal and spiritual growth.
Episcopal Service Corps (ESC) has several posts remaining available for leaders interested in the transformational opportunities of an ESC Year.
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The Episcopal Diocese of Lexington - Text to Give: |
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Text “DioLex” to 73256 to give using your mobile device. This number will never send unsolicited texts to you. To cancel further messages, text STOP. If you need assistance with text giving, text HELP. Standard text message and data rates may apply. |
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Please continue to use our P.O. Box address for written communications:
P.O. Box 610, Lexington, KY 40588-0610
Our new physical office address is: 225 Walton Avenue, Suite 120, Lexington, KY 40502
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